Face · Eyelid Surgery
Lower Blepharoplasty
Length of Surgery
60–90 minutes
Anaesthetic
Local or general anaesthetic
Hospital Stay
Day case
Time off Work
10–14 days
Time off Exercise
4–6 weeks
Post-operative Care
Cold compresses, head elevation, avoid contact lenses for 2 weeks
Benefits
Removes under-eye bagsReduces dark shadowsRefreshed, well-rested appearanceNatural-looking resultsHidden incision (no visible scar)Long-lasting outcome
Lower blepharoplasty addresses the under-eye area to reduce bags, puffiness and excess skin that can make you appear tired or older. With age, the fat that cushions the eyes can bulge forward, and the skin loses its elasticity, creating a shadow and deflated appearance beneath the eyes.
Mr Thacoor tailors the approach to each individual. In many cases, the incision is placed on the inside of the lower eyelid (transconjunctival approach) so there is no visible external scar. Where skin laxity is also present, a very fine incision just below the eyelash line allows removal of excess skin as well.
What to expect
- Day case procedure under local or general anaesthetic
- Procedure takes approximately 60–90 minutes
- Swelling and bruising typically settles over 2–3 weeks
- Return to most activities within 10–14 days
- Final result visible at 8–12 weeks